I Scored 93 in JEE Mains. Where Can I Get Admission to CSE?

Ans: You will certainly get CSE in mid level or lower ranked NITs. Best of luck. Professor......................:)

Ans: Gayathri, you can estimate your approximate rank using a formula available on Google. Additionally, visit the JoSAA website to find out the approximate opening and closing ranks of 2024 required for Computer Science Engineering (CSE) in each NIT. It's also a good idea to have backup plans – consider appearing for 2-3 more engineering entrance exams to broaden your options. All the Best for your Prosperous Future.

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Ans: How to Predict Your Chances of Admission After JEE Main Results – A Step-by-Step Guide

Once the January JEE Main session results are declared, many students and JEE applicants start asking common questions about eligibility for specific institutes (NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, etc.) based on their percentile, category, preferred branch, and home state.

Providing precise admission chances for each student can be challenging. Some reputed educational websites offer ‘College Predictor’ tools where you can check possible college options based on your percentile, category, and preferences. However, for a more accurate understanding, here’s a simple yet effective 9-step method using JoSAA’s past-year opening and closing ranks. This approach gives you a fair estimate (though not 100% exact) of your admission chances based on the previous year’s data.

Step-by-Step Guide to Check Your Admission Chances Using JoSAA Data
Step 1: Collect Your Key Details
Before starting, note down the following details:

Your JEE Main percentile
Your category (General-Open, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD categories)
Preferred institute types (NIT, IIIT, GFTI)
Preferred locations (or if you're open to any location in India)
List of at least 3 preferred academic programs (branches) as backups (instead of relying on just one option)
Step 2: Access JoSAA’s Official Opening & Closing Ranks
Go to Google and type: JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks 2024
Click on the first search result (official JoSAA website).
You will land directly on JoSAA’s portal, where you can enter your details to check past-year cutoffs.
Step 3: Select the Round Number
JoSAA conducts five rounds of counseling.
For a safer estimate, choose Round 4, as most admissions are settled by this round.
Step 4: Choose the Institute Type
Select NIT, IIIT, or GFTI, depending on your preference.
If you are open to all types of institutes, check them one by one instead of selecting all at once.
Step 5: Select the Institute Name (Based on Location)
It is recommended to check institutes one by one, based on your preferred locations.
Avoid selecting ‘ALL’ at once, as it may create confusion.
Step 6: Select Your Preferred Academic Program (Branch)
Enter the branches you are interested in, one at a time, in your preferred order.
Step 7: Submit and Analyze Results
After selecting the relevant details, click the ‘SUBMIT’ button.
The system will display Opening & Closing Ranks of the selected institute and branch for different categories.
Step 8: Note Down the Opening & Closing Ranks
Maintain a notebook or diary to record the Opening & Closing Ranks for each institute and branch you are interested in.
This will serve as a quick reference during JoSAA counseling.
Step 9: Adjust Your Expectations on a Safer Side
Since Opening & Closing Ranks fluctuate slightly each year, always adjust the numbers for safety.
Example Calculation:
If the Opening & Closing Ranks for NIT Delhi | Mechanical Engineering | OPEN Category show 8622 & 26186 (for Home State), consider adjusting them to 8300 & 23000 (on a safer side).
If the Female Category rank is 34334 & 36212, adjust it to 31000 & 33000.
Follow this approach for Other State candidates and different categories.
Pro Tip: Adjust your expected rank slightly lower than the previous year's cutoffs for realistic expectations during JoSAA counseling.

Can This Method Be Used for JEE April & JEE Advanced?
Yes! You can repeat the same steps after your April JEE Main results to refine your admission possibilities.
You can also follow a similar process for JEE Advanced cutoffs when applying for IITs.

Want to Learn More About JoSAA Counseling?
If you want detailed insights on JoSAA counseling, engineering entrance exams, and preparation strategies, check out EduJob360’s 180+ YouTube videos on this topic!

Hope this guide helps! All the best for your admissions!

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Ans: Category?

Ans: Ashish, A 97.2 percentile in JEE Main corresponds to an approximate General category rank of 32,000–42,000, based on historical normalization trends and seat matrices. For Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), admission to top-tier NITs like Trichy, Warangal, or Surathkal is highly unlikely, as their 2024 closing ranks ranged between 1,500–15,000. However, newer NITs such as Mizoram (2024 CSE closing rank: 49,385), Sikkim (CSE cutoff: 143,919), and Arunachal Pradesh (CSE closing rank: 50,086) are feasible options, given their higher admission thresholds. These institutions report 60–85% placement rates for CSE, with roles in software development and IT services, albeit with fewer core-tech opportunities compared to premier NITs.

Recommendation: Target CSE at NIT Mizoram or NIT Sikkim during JoSAA counseling, prioritizing these campuses for their marginally lower cutoffs. For backups, consider ECE at NIT Nagaland (closing rank: 38,856) or Information Technology at NIT Uttarakhand (closing rank: 72,267), which offer comparable curricula and 70–80% placement rates. Alternatively, explore state universities like Jadavpur University (non-JEE merit seats) or IIITs such as IIIT Bhagalpur (CSE cutoff: 68,434), which blend technical rigor with industry-aligned programs. All the BEST for your Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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